Aakifah
Aakifah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Devoted, one who stays in worship”.
| Meaning | Devoted, one who stays in worship |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عاكفة |
| Pronunciation | AA-ki-fah |
| Arabic root | ع ك ف (ʿ-k-f) — to devote oneself, to stay in worship |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aakifah
Aakifah is the feminine of ʿĀkif, someone who keeps to a place of worship in devotion. It is linked to iʿtikāf, the practice of secluding oneself in the mosque for worship, especially in the last ten nights of Ramadan. The name suggests steadfast devotion to God.
Is Aakifah a Muslim name?
Yes. Aakifah (ʿĀkifa) is an Arabic Muslim name connected with iʿtikāf, devotion in the mosque.
Is Aakifah in the Quran?
The root appears in the ruling on iʿtikāf: 'while you are staying for worship (ʿākifūn) in the mosques' (Quran 2:187).
Where is the name Aakifah used?
Found in South Asia, and as Akife in Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aakifah mean?
Aakifah means 'Devoted, one who stays in worship'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Aakifah a Muslim name?
Yes. Aakifah (ʿĀkifa) is an Arabic Muslim name connected with iʿtikāf, devotion in the mosque.
How do you write Aakifah in Arabic?
Aakifah is written عاكفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aakifah?
Aakifah is pronounced AA-ki-fah.
Is Aakifah mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the ruling on iʿtikāf: 'while you are staying for worship (ʿākifūn) in the mosques' (Quran 2:187).